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Trump: I will revoke offshore oil, gas drilling ban in vast areas on day one
- President-Elect Donald Trump plans to reverse President Joe Biden's ban on offshore drilling on his first day in office, as stated at a press conference.
- Biden's ban protects 625 million acres from offshore oil and gas drilling along various U.S. coastlines, announced on January 5, 2025.
- Trump's previous attempt to reverse a similar ban was ruled unlawful by a federal court, requiring an act of Congress for reversal.
- Trump acknowledged that revoking the ban might lead to litigation, stating, 'I'm going to have it revoked on day one.
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‘Drill, Baby, Drill’ Could Keep America’s Gas Prices Low
It appears that the Trump administration plans to let oil companies drill in parts of America and offshore areas. This will expand the footprint of where these companies can operate. The new president even wants to take over Greenland. This is, in part, because of crude oil, some of which is in the ocean around it. If supply becomes more plentiful overall, one group that will benefit is America’s car and light truck owners. The trend could also …
Trump vows to undo Biden’s ban on offshore drilling
President-elect Donald Trump says he will undo a sweeping new ban on offshore oil and gas drilling after he takes office on Jan. 20. President Joe Biden on Jan. 6 announced the prohibition covering most U.S. coastal waters. VOA’s Veronica Balderas Iglesias has more.
Offshore oil: Reversing Biden booby traps
It’s unlikely President Biden’s ban on oil exploration off America’s east and west coasts will have an immediate impact on energy supplies or prices. Nevertheless, President-elect Donald Trump’s administration should move quickly to reverse Mr. Biden’s edict, which some experts say will be difficult if not impossible to remove. “In balancing the many uses and […]
"Drill, baby, drill": KPFA anchor Mitch Jeserich broadcast parts of Donald Trump's press conference and then spoke to callers about topics such as oil production.
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